Laura Mandell

Laura is a healthcare communications and marketing leader, with a track record of helping organizations increase visibility, raise funds, and build strong, lasting relationships with clients, donors and partners. Prior to Neshama, Laura served as Vice President, Marketing and Communications at Arthritis Society Canada, where she led brand repositioning, media relations, and digital and direct response fundraising. Before that, she was Executive Director, Marketing and Communications at Baycrest Foundation and Baycrest Centre, leading the organization’s communications through the COVID-19 pandemic. Laura has advised healthcare not-for-profits, hospitals, and associations on public positioning, advocacy, and development strategy throughout her more than 25-year career. Laura has an MA and BA from the University of Western Ontario and is a Board member of the Canadian Hard of Hearing Association.